Atmosphere

What makes a good scene for a painting?  I like three elements here on this misty day scene.  First, the subtle tones and the way the trees almost disappear in the background produced by the foggy atmosphere stand out.  Then, the soft layering of the levels of ground, lay in three lazy horizontal shapes, relaxing the eye.  Lastly, the atmospheric quality is broken up by a nice detail in the single tree that leans slightly, coming forward, arranged to be viewed to the side so the eye can peer further through the fog and not be confined to a single element.  I would paint this with large soft flat and round brushes and perhaps a riggor brush for the detail in the limbs.  I would try to do it quick, so as not to lose the freshness of the misty feeling in the paint itself.  It would be best to paint this on somewhat wet paper to begin with.  Watercolor is a perfect medium for this type of scene.  

Watercolor Paintings on Etsy

Really enjoy handmade items.  They are personal, special items.  The creator has touched them and they often have come out of a labor of much care and feeling.  Etsy is a great sight to display handmade work on.  To see the watercolor paintings newly listed there, click here.  For my shop, click the button below.

Sorting Through Supplies

Getting Ready to Go to My Class, Gathering my Materials

Here is a Basic Checklist:

1. Drawing Pens and Pencils
2. Measuring and Cutting Tools
3. Masking Tape
4. Rags and Paper Towels and Sponges
5. Spray Bottle
6. Masking Fluid, Salt, Alcohol, Soap
7. Paper
8. Assorted Brushes
9. Range of Paints in Palette
10. Painting Tray or Palette
11. Board or Easel to Paint on
12. Containers for Water and Brushes
13. Way to Carry it All and Keep it All From Getting Wet